NEWS: King Kraken share “Hero”!

Taking a step away from the thematic and sonic aggression of previous singles “Chainsaw Saviour” and “Berserker“, Welsh Metal heads King Kraken have shared the incredibly personal “Hero” ahead of their second album “March Of the Gods” on 18th April. Written about the untimely passing of vocalist Mark Donoghue’s father, the lyrics speak of the irreplaceable void left by a loved one and the enduring legacy that they leave behind.

The band comment: “This song came from a very personal place, a deep well of emotion. It’s a tribute to Mark’s dad, and it’s about the profound impact a father has on his children. We stripped things back for this one. No bombast, just raw emotion, soulful vocals, and a stripped-down arrangement that lets the music breathe. You’ll hear a side of us you might not expect, but it’s honest, it’s real, and it’s deeply moving.”

Vocalist Mark Donoghue adds: “‘Hero’ captures a snapshot in time that repeats itself every time a memory of my father is triggered. I knew I wanted to write something deeply emotional while at the same time not going overboard. I wanted to convey a message that was both raw and easy to understand. It certainly was a tough one to sing and still catches me off guard sometimes.”

“March of the Gods marks a bold new chapter for us – a high-energy, emotionally charged album that’s unapologetically packed with hooks, guitar-driven intensity, and larger- than-life storytelling,” the band shares. “From zombies and Vikings to gods, destruction, and even the big red-horned one himself, this is our proudest, most electrifying work yet. With the album and our full UK tour kicking off in April, we can’t wait for you to hear it!”

March of the Gods UK Tour 2025:

19.04.25 – Hanger 18, Swansea
25.04.25 – The Cobblestones, Bridgwater
26.04.25 – Waterbear Venue, Brighton
02.05.25 – The Dev, Camden
03.05.25 – Roxoff Festival, Norwich
09.05.25 – Nightrain, Bradford
10.05.25 – Firebug, Leicester
23.05.25 – Breaking Bands Festival, Bromsgrove
24.05.25 – Rock for Llamau, The Patriot, Crumlin
06.06.25 – The Tin Music and Art, Coventry
07.06.25 – Bannermans, Edinburgh
08.06.25 – Audio, Glasgow
20.06.25 – Love Rocks Festival, Dorset